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Start Hostel

2.0 star property
Reykjanesbær hostel with bar/lounge

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Just a stone's throw from the airport, Start Hostel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and WiFi. Enjoy the playful vibes of this hostel, complete with a playground and bar, while taking advantage of amenities like dry cleaning services and multilingual staff. The helpful staff has left many guests feeling right at home.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is $211
$240 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a window, and a door.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table with chairs, a desk, and a lamp.

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring leading to a bedroom with a bed and a blue wall.

Family Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only

A modern room with two single beds, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only

A modern bedroom with a bed, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room, Non Smoking

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Triple Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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The price is $169
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
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About the neighborhood

Map
Lindarbraut, Southern Peninsula, Reykjanesbær

What's nearby

  • Útsýnissvæði - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Stekkjarkot - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Viking World Museum - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Giantess Cave - 11 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) - 12 min drive
  • Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪elda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kvikk Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jómfrúin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Loksins Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Start Hostel

  • When visiting Reykjanesbær, Start Hostel is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and airport proximity get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive key retrieval information
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 4:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Roll-in shower

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ISK 2900 for adults and ISK 2900 for children

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Start Hostel Keflavik
Start Hostel
Start Keflavik
Start Hostel Reykjanesbær
Start Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Start Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Reykjanesbær

Frequently asked questions

Does Start Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Start Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Start Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Start Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Start Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

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Reviews

Start Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The breakfast was a pleasant surprise with a varied and elevated continental offering, including hot and cold cereals, a variety of baked goods, fresh fruit, and hot and cold meats. (60 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near the airport with easy access and arrangements made for airport transportation. (34 reviews)
  • The breakfast buffet offered a large selection of options for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Reasonably priced, clean, convenient to the airport, and exceptionally kind staff
Shelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at check in was very helpful and informative. Room was clean and comfortable. Easy access to the airport. Continental breakfast was good.
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend this hostel. Staying at a hostel is not something I've done, but this was a lovely experience. The staff are helpful and cheerful and kind. The place is clean and well equipped and filled with homey joy. It was exactly what I needed as a female traveling alone with a long layover in Iceland. I would definitely repeat this experience.
Shanna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Close to airport, clean and comfortable room, easy to check in, and excellent morning breakfast option Highly revommend
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay - clean, nice breakfast, good beds, friendly staff.
Monika, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

awesome stay, very close to the airport and they staff was very friendly
Tiffany, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable spacious rooms, very friendly staff. Close to airport, perfect for short stay between connection flihts
Lyudmil, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in a private room with bathroom. Cooking area available, clean room, close to airport.
James, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was wonderful and the staff friendly and helpful.
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

All we needed for the last night of our trip. The room was much nicer than I expected. Good value here and right near the airport.
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel near airport

Great place to stay near the airport, specially For early flights
Frederico, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good American breakfast and friendly staff
Maria Fernanda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay near the airport. Nice breakfast in the morning.
Debra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room, good breakfast, helpful & friendly personel.
Relaxing in the Sun outside the hostel
Monique yvonne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean very Good
Carmen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast! Very friendly and helpful staff.
Olga, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stop after a late flight into Keflavik. Taxi journey was only 10 min, and buses to Reykjavik easy next day. Super friendly staff, thank you for the breakfast :)
Philipp, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great overall stay

It was a great stay overall, Syzmon at the front desk was very informative and helpful with everything upon Check in and check out, even had some great advice about the blue lagoon and transportation. Would Stay again.
adam, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service when I arrived late. Comfortable convenient for the airport.
Edward, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, the bed look small but after you get in was so comfortable, I had a really nice sleep , I would definitely recommend this place, also the lady and gentleman at the reception were very friendly and nice
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good option if you drive
Alona, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very Good proximity to the airport for people who need to catch early flight. Good breakfast.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and pleasant!
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were excellent and I was pleasantly surprised with the breakfast selection available at 4:30 a.m.
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were incredible and friendly. Didn’t mind me asking a lot of questions and providing some helpful tips for my trip.
Mark, 1-night trip